ABOUT THE POSITION, the Summer Development Associate will be an integral part of our Development team whose responsibility it is to strengthen funding relationships in order to support and scale Playworks' impact throughout New England. The assignment will be completed through the months of July/August (with some flexibility of start/completion dates), when our team is most active with fundraising engagements and outreach.

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Summer DA will support the design and execution of programs and projects intended to increase fundraising and engagement from corporate partners, foundations, and individual donors. In partnership with the Development team, the Summer DA will assist in all areas of Development strategy including the execution of volunteer engagement initiatives, regional communications and social media strategies, and some data management/administrative tasks. Input from the Summer DA will be sought when planning and implementing various Development initiatives and strategies.

The successful candidate should have experience in motivating and facilitating diverse groups of individuals or volunteers and be willing to engage in activities, such as public speaking and community outreach, that promote and support the mission of Playworks. Additional experience in managing social media platforms, and some administrative tasks is also desirable.

Qualifications:

• Commitment to excellence and passion for Playworks' mission.
• High-energy individual who takes initiative, has a positive outlook, entrepreneurial attitude, a sense of humor, and the ability to thrive in a changing environment. Ability to be flexible and team oriented. Comfort with a playfully professional workplace culture.
• Strong attention to detail and proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously in order to meet tight deadlines.
• Cultural competency: must possess the ability to work with a diverse group of internal and external individuals, agencies, causes and businesses.
• Excellent written, oral communication, and presentation skills, including the ability to dynamically facilitate small and large groups.
• Strong interpersonal skills both in person and virtually.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Willingness to provide support outside of regular business hours (ex. industry events/meetings occasionally occur on nights and weekends) and travel on occasion to various locations throughout New England.
• This is a hybrid working position with our office based in Fields Corner/Dorchester. Team meetings and other events require in person attendance.

Compensation:

• This is a temporary (summer), non-exempt position to be paid at the hourly rate of $23.03 per hour.
• It is expected that the Summer SD will work 40 hours per week with some flex time built into the schedule to account for evening work commitments.

This is a hands-on, creative, playful and fun-loving place to work, all while contributing to the success of our nation's youth. So if you're ready to immerse yourself in the education sector, working on a rewarding set of challenges and if you've got the skills, experience, passion, and a team spirit, apply!

Please include:

• A cover letter describing your interest in Playworks and how your experience has prepared you for this role.
• Resume.
• If we think you're the right fit, we'll request your references; there's no need to include them at the outset.

ABOUT PLAYWORKS, at Playworks we believe in the power of play to bring out the best in every kid. We are changing the school climate by leveraging the power of safe, fun, and healthy play at school every day. We create a place for every kid on the playground to feel included, be active, and build valuable social and emotional skills by partnering with schools, districts, and after-school programs through services including digital engagement, on-site coaches, professional training for school staff who support play, and consultative partnerships.

We are committed to racial equity, and we make a particular effort to recruit people of color, indigenous people, gender non-binary people, and people with historically more marginalized identities to apply for open positions. Our core values of cultivating play, center equity, continued learning and collaboration within communities are the foundation of our organization and are infused in all aspects of our work.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If that is you, don't hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself!

As an equal opportunity program, Playworks encourages applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, gender identity/expression, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, faith, marital status, physical ability, or any other legally protected basis. Playworks evaluates all candidates for employment, volunteering opportunities or board service on a merit basis.